Portability Process Portability lets voucher holders move into a different housing authority’s jurisdiction. When you port your voucher, you must follow the new housing authority’s rules and policies. These may be different than DHA’s rules and...
Moving Process Moving to a Different Home After your initial 12-month lease ends, you can use your voucher with any Section 8 program in the country. The steps you must take to move with your voucher depend on the area where you plan to live. Intent to Vacate Prior to...
Inspections Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspections ensure that units stay safe, sanitary and livable. **NSPIRE STANDARDS TO REPLACE HQS INSPECTIONS** Effective December 29, 2024, all HCV units will be required to be in compliance with the National Standards for...
Recertifications The recertification process is a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requirement that allows DHA to review participant income and household composition and to adjust the household’s level of assistance accordingly. Regular...
Finding A Home You have 60 days to find a home after receiving your voucher. You may be eligible for two 30-day extensions, providing up to 120 days to find a home. It’s important to remember DHA’s voucher payment standards — the highest amount DHA will...
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